Demystifying Data: Gathering and Using Local Risk and Protective Factor Data for Prevention – PART II

During this second course in the two-part online course series, you will learn about data quality and quantity – having enough data, and having the right data. Processes for prioritizing risk and protective factors to determine which to address with prevention efforts are explored, and examples are shared. This course will conclude with recommendations for ongoing monitoring to inform evaluation efforts.

At the conclusion of this course, participants will have learned about: 

1. Tips for assessing the quality and quantity of the data they’ve gathered to determine readiness for prioritization and planning;
2. Prioritization processes, including how to format your data; prioritization dimensions to consider, and tips for making the process interactive and engaging, and
3. The importance of ongoing data gathering and collection in order to evaluate local prevention efforts.

This course was developed by the Pacific Southwest Prevention Technology Transfer Center.